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Jenny Richardson didn't expect to be diving back into the dating scene in her 40s. Or ever, really. 

Jen met her husband Will back in university at 20, and they built a pretty great life with two awesome kids and a couple of cats. Until Will passed away unexpectedly at 46, and the future they'd planned vanished in an instant.

Jen spent a few years healing, raising her girls, and retraining in a new career. Then, at around the 4-year mark, she started wondering what "moving forward" looked like and nervously anticipated the perils of online dating.

With the support of a mentor, devouring books, adapting her coaching skills, and creating systems, Jen tested her dating theories in the real world, figuring out how to find the relationship she craved. Jen now supports her clients to dive into dating with curiosity, confidence, and clarity.

In this conversation, Jen and I discussed:

• How Jenny met her husband, Will, and how life shifted after Will died unexpectedly. Plus the dark humour we rely on during grief.
• When Jen decided she was ready to try dating (although she wasn't "over" her grief), navigating the online dating scene, especially as a solo Mum with two daughters, and what she has learned about herself through dating and starting new relationships
• Jen's business journey, from retraining in a whole new career, to the pivot from children's emotion coach to dating coach.
• The wisdom and tips Jen has for those who are considering leaping into the current dating landscape, including the importance of taking action and learning as you go.

You can find find Jen in the following places:

At her website www.jenrichardson.co.uk or on Instagram.

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In this week's conversation, I share a little life update from the Love household. From the chaos of welcoming an unexpected new furry family member to the transformative decision around schooling for my eldest son Sam, it's been a whirlwind of changes and adjustments. 

But it’s not all about the changes; it's also about how we handle them. We'll explore strategies for managing uncertainty and share insights I picked up from Ali Hill's keynote speech at The Future of Leadership conference earlier this year.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Future of Leadership

Ali Hill

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While originally studying and working as a nurse, Mel Watt knew she needed a shift and decided to study a Diploma of Photography in 2009. Initially, Mel focused her photography business around kids and families. 

However, a personally challenging time led Mel to pivot in 2019 and she found a new purpose in helping women celebrate who they are and reclaim their power through black and white, no makeup portraits.

In this conversation, Mel and I discussed:

• Mel's unique approach to photography, capturing the essence of her subjects through black and white, no-makeup portraits in a desire to simplify and uncover the true spirit within each person
• The challenges Mel faces with clients who are hesitant about her no-makeup policy. She believes in the empowering journey it offers and guides them through their fears to unlock their natural beauty.
• How Mel helps clients prepare for their photoshoot, choosing the best outfit and allowing them to express their personal desires for the session. 
• The approach Mel took to pivoting into this style of photography and how she supported her mindset along the way
• Mel's favourite mantras, uplifting tunes and self-care practices, and how she finds joy in simple pleasures and connecting with nature.

You can find find Mel in the following places:
At her website: https://melwattphotography.com.au/, or on Instagram, LinkedIn or Facebook.

Mel is offering a special promotion to The Light Seeker's Lounge listeners of $300 towards a photography session, aiming to help women see themselves in a new and beautiful way. Fill out the questionnaire at: https://melwattphotography.com.au/activate-gift-voucher-sa/

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Emily Osmond is an online marketing strategist and educator who supports solopreneurs to launch and grow online businesses, so they can help more people through their own expertise.

She does this through her online courses, which have helped more than 1,000 business owners across the world, her podcast - The Emily Osmond Show, which has listeners in more than 100 countries, and her events and retreats.

Emily has a Master of Communications degree and is a mum to a busy toddler (with another bub on the way).

In this conversation, Emily and I discussed:

• Emily’s personal background, moving from England to Australia as a teenager, the tragic loss of her Dad and overcoming personal challenges with her mental health - and the impact of those experiences on her business journey.
• The evolution of her business from agency model to using the data and consumer research to start her membership, the Modern Marketing Collective, plus running in-person events as an introvert.
• What Emily is seeing currently in the online business space and what we need to do to adjust, plus her advice for those just starting out in business. 
• The challenges and learnings from balancing entrepreneurship with motherhood, especially as Emily had her business before having a baby, and how she's adjusted to having less time available.
• What Emily noticed in the online space which prompted her create her latest course: The 30-day Course Launch program (which I have now done and can highly recommend!), tailored to help business owners effectively launch their online courses 

You can find find Emily in the following places:

At her website: https://emilyosmond.com/, or on Instagram, LinkedIn or Facebook.
Access her free resources: https://emilyosmond.com/free
Buy her courses: https://emilyosmond.com/programs
Listen to The Emily Osmond Show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

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I have recently re-certified as a Profit First Professional (which we have to do each year to ensure our skills are current and up to scratch!) and realised that means I've been certified for a whole year and STILL haven't shared with you exactly how Profit First works. Sorry for holding out on you!

So here's an overview of Profit First, the basic principles and how it works with habits you probably already have - no accounting degree required. I'll also share how you can set up your bank accounts to prioritise profit in your business.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Read Profit First.

Listen to Profit First on Spotify (free if you have a Premium account and you're the primary account holder)

Annie's website page all about Profit First.

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Jess Williamson is a 5x Entrepreneur, an award-winning Mindset & Business mentor. She is a TedX speaker, has been featured in Forbes and major publications and now also an author.

Jess’ story is one of audacity, from starting a swimwear brand as a 22 year old with no previous business experience to taking the brand all the way to New York Fashion Week and beyond. 

Now, as she celebrates the release of her new book "Unstoppable Success," Jess discusses the power of self-belief and saying 'yes' to opportunities before you’re ready, and why mindset is your greatest ally in the pursuit of success.

In this conversation, Jess and I discussed:

• Jess' business journey owning five businesses over eight years - from starting a swimwear brand, to impacting other entrepreneurs through coaching and mentoring.
• How Jess was inspired to write her book "Unstoppable Success" and the process to publication and launch.
• Her journey from public speaking fears to delivering a successful TEDx talk. Despite the skepticism from a professional speaker in the leadup, Jess  delivered her TEDx talk on "Being Obnoxiously Successful" and shared the significance of understanding and embracing one's own success story without apology.
• The transformational role of mindset in personal and professional achievement, and what we can do to work on our mindset. Plus Jess shares her advice on embracing opportunities fearlessly and the value of perseverance and resilience in business.
• Her personal approach to maintaining balance and joy, her favourite uplifting song, and an upcoming retreat in Greece.

You can find Jess on Instagram @jesswilliamson8, and at her website.

Click here for details of her book launch events.

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Amelia Ryan is an internationally acclaimed performer, speaker, presenter and speaking coach. Her work has taken her around the globe from New York City to London, Edinburgh and beyond.

Her superpower is helping brands and businesses get to the heart of their story and bring it to life in a way that is both meaningful and masterful. By fusing her training as an NLP practitioner with her 30 plus years as a performer she's helped hundreds of clients claim their space as thought leaders, speakers and powerful voices in their industries.

In this conversation, Amelia and I discussed:

• Her first experience of live theatre, inspiring a decision to embrace the life of a performer.
• Insight into how personal struggles and family experiences shaped her artistic journey and ultimately led Amelia to telling stories through cabaret, and the healing power of storytelling
• How Amelia has blended coaching tools with her performance experience to help clients amplify their message.
• Balancing #mumlife with being a performer and touring, and how that has changed over time, through life stages and between the arrival of Amelia's first and second child.
• The grief of never knowing her older sister, Roseanne's impact on Amelia's story and how Amelia's grief became more apparent during pregnancy with her second son.

Using her signature framework "The Amplified Effect", Amelia fuses the power of story with structure, soul and skills to help help creatives, coaches and consultants amplify their voices and magnetise their message on the stage. Amelia's mission is to help people connect with courage captivate their audience and move the world with their message and she does this through one-on-one coaching group programs and high touch live workshops. 

You can find Amelia on Instagram @ameliaeryan, and through her website.

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Join me for a very casual check-in as we chat about Easter and balancing work and home life during school holidays. 

We also discuss how to recalibrate our goals - both financially and personally - as we transition from Q1 into Q2. As you reflect on Q1, what do you need to Start - Stop - or Continue doing as we step into the next 90 days, and the last quarter before the end of the financial year?

It's a candid conversation about what's working, what to tweak (and not burn down), and how to step into the coming months with clarity and purpose.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Only available until 11 April or until spaces are filled: Book your free 30 minute Needle Mover Action Session

Sacred Circle on 20 April, 2024

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Sam Dhu is a Psychotherapist & Facilitator of Permission, a Mum to two young girls, and passionate advocate for being radically kind and compassionate to yourself. 

As a highly sensitive person Sam believes it is possible to be deeply ambitious and successful, AND soft and sensitive at the same time. In fact, she identifies as holding both identities herself.

Terms like ‘self-compassion’ and ‘self-acceptance’ get used a lot these days. But through her degree in social work, post-graduate qualifications, training in cognitive behavioural therapy, family therapy, gestalt therapy, and decades as a practising therapist and coach, Sam knows these inner resources are the difference between women being stuck in survival mode and confidently thriving.

In this conversation, Sam and I discussed:

• The difference between coaching and counselling and what led Sam, a trained psychotherapist, to add coaching to the ways she can support her clients. 
• How ambition and sensitivity can coexist, and Sam's personal journey of understanding and embracing that she's a highly sensitive human. Sam shares her framework for how she approaches this in her own life and with her clients.
• Why we should "follow the plan, not the mood" and how can that can sometimes feel difficult as a business owner when you're struggling personally.
• Giving ourselves permission to break out of conditioning, Sam's favourite mode of self-care and role modelling to our children the importance of looking after ourselves

You can find Sam over on Instagram, and running the Slow Mastermind with business coach Jess Miller. Sam also runs an annual program called Permission Granted, and you can listen to her Permission To podcast.

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Are you a chronic overthinker when it comes to making decisions?

If so, you're not alone. I wanted to share some insights into some conversations we've been having at home lately, as well as with my clients. 

In this short solo episode, I chat about the common struggle of overthinking decisions and making the same decision repetitively and the toll it takes on our mental energy.

From addressing open loops in our minds to reframing decisions as experiments, I offer practical advice to reclaim mental clarity and make intentional choices.

I talk about:

• The concept of open loops in the brain
• Strategies to break free from overthinking, including blocking out time, setting rules, and implementing trial periods
• Reflecting on decision-making through key questions and intuitive guidance
• Encouraging a shift from right or wrong thinking to embracing decisions as the next step in our journey
• The importance of seeking support in navigating through decision-making processes

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For Estee Lee, not being resilient has never been an option. Since her family was in a devastating motor vehicle accident when she was five, Tae has had to overcome life changing setbacks and obstacles which have become pieces of the puzzle and made her life what it is today.

Her passion is working with people and helping them to realise that they have the choice to steer their life in the directions that they want.  Tae lets you see life through her eyes by telling her stories with humour and conviction, and when facing a challenge you just gotta ‘own it’, ‘roll with it’ and eventually you will roll right out of it.

In this conversation, Tae and I discussed:

• The personal story behind Tae's sister Nelle writing the incredible production of "Tae Tae in the Land of Yaaas"
• Tae's recount of the car accident that took her Dad’s life and left her in a wheelchair, and her mother's incredible resilience at this devastating time in their life.
• Estee's career in inclusive education and her contribution to reasonable adjustments for disabilities, and building her own business as a coach and keynote speaker to help build resilience in others, encouraging them to command their mindset and life narratives.
• Chronicles of Estee's life-changing recent European adventure, revealing the nuances of traveling with a disability and the importance of building connections.
• The significance of the quote tattooed on Estee's arm and how it mirrors her approach to life's hurdles.

You can find Tae on Instagram at @itsmetaetae and at her website.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Check out the trailer of the incredible production of Tae Tae in the Land of Yaaas.

Book accessible travel through Amplify Travel.

Episode 5: Cultivating Courage with Karen McCarthy

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Confession: I don't think I've ever been great at goal setting. So I'm trying something new this year - starting with deciding on one 12 month goal and breaking it down into strategies, projects and actions. 

Let me share this 10 point framework and set of questions with you in case it helps you plan for the year as well. You're welcome to download the worksheet as a guide to as you're mapping out your goal.

Have you set big goals for 2024? I'd love to know what yours are too! Send me a DM over on IG or share with me in the Light Seekers' Lounge FB group.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Goal Setting & Planning Framework - worksheet download

Elise Danielle - Episode 179, The Things We Didn't Do podcast

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Welcome to episode 111 of The Light Seekers Lounge podcast! Today, we're kicking off season six with a deep dive into choosing a word of the year. If you haven't heard of this concept, it's all about setting an intention (as opposed to New Years' resolutions) for the year ahead - and it's a practice I've been doing since 2013! 

I'm going to share with you what my chosen word is for 2024, what it means to me and how it's shaping my year so far. 

I'd love to know what yours is too, if you have chosen one! Send me a DM over on IG or share with me in the Light Seekers' Lounge FB group.

Also mentioned in this episode:
Susannah Conway: Unravel Your Year (which includes finding your word)

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As we farewell 2023 and start easing into the new year, join me as I look back at the highlights and challenges of 2023 in this special recap episode of The Light Seekers Lounge.

In this episode, I reflect on my journey over the past year, highlighting personal and business milestones, challenges, what I'm grateful for, and the valuable lessons learned along the way, including:

• How we have spent our time over the festive season
• What I do to reflect on my previous 12 months
• The three things I've found most challenging in 2023
• Highlights, such as our new home, family achievements, surprise adventures and work opportunities
• What I'm proud of and grateful for 
• The biggest lesson I've learned in 2023
• plus, an insight into the TLSL podcast stats from the year

Also mentioned in this episode:
Susannah Conway: Unravel Your Year
Profit First
Episode 96: When a Problem Doesn't Need to Be a Problem
Episode 100: Celebrating Milestones and How to Hold It All
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Have you ever wondered what your life purpose is? I think it's human nature to want to find our true purpose - whether that's for our life in general or in the work we do. My guest today is an expert when it comes to aligning with our purpose. 

Rebecca Kirk is the go-to career coach for people on a spiritual path and author of 'You’re Here For A Reason'. 

With Rebecca’s unique approach to career coaching and spirituality, she has enabled hundreds of clients from around the world to discover the clarity and confidence to navigate their career crossroads and awaken to a working life of greater purpose, peace and prosperity.

You’re Here for a Reason is a practical and spiritual guidebook for readers who are at a career crossroads. The book takes readers on a career alignment journey to reach a path of greater fulfilment.

In this conversation, Rebecca and I discussed:

• Rebecca's career journey from working in big corporate brands to becoming a spiritual career coach, including a spiritual awakening in Sydney and starting her own business as a retail and brand consultant
• Navigating tension between spirituality and corporate work and Rebecca's recommendations for starting a spiritual journey and daily practices to raise one's vibration
• Rebecca’s experience with the writing process of her recently published book, including elements of the book - such as the Triple Purpose framework and the interconnectedness of higher purpose, life purpose, and career purpose
• Connection to nature, and how Rebecca incorporated that into her book with inclusion of The Purpose Tree.

You can find Rebecca via her website, Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can also send her an email.

Copies of Rebecca's book, 'You're Here for a Reason', can be purchased through the links on the base of this webpage.

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Money can hold so much shame, discomfort and embarrassment for many of us. 

Which is interesting. At the end of the day, money is simply an object like a coin or a dollar bill or numbers on a screen. It’s information. But the meaning that we attribute to that money can be SO loaded, can’t it?

We all think about money in different ways, have different beliefs, attitudes and feelings towards money, we have different narratives around money and this is often referred to as our ‘money stories.’ Our money stories can be playing out from our subconscious mind and influencing our decisions without us even realising what they are.

How are your money stories playing out in your life? Have a listen to this episode where I share examples of where your money stories might be driving your financial decisions.

Also mentioned in this episode:

Profit First

Episode 97: Creating Intentional Profit with Clare Wood

Episode 101: Master Your Money with Amy Bett

Episode 107: Feeling Financially Abundant in a Soulful Way with Tara Winters

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Tara Winters is an award winning money and spirituality coach, soul guide, speaker, writer and mother of three.

After years of hiding her spirituality while working as a corporate accountant and downplaying her money wisdom in the spiritual world, she discovered that money and spirituality can, in fact, truly elevate one another.

She now brings her unique medicine to lovingly guide people back to their souls and to radically shift the way they see, relate to and create money so they feel rich, inside and out.

In this conversation, Tara and I discuss:

• Her journey of trading corporate finance for spiritual freedom, and how intuition and spirituality play a role in her approach to money and finance coaching. 
• Tara's experiences growing up as a child of Indian parents who had emigrated to Australia and the impact of our upbringing on our perceptions of money.
• The importance of open, conscious conversations about money, especially for women, and Tara's approach to discussing money with her children and the valuable lessons she's learned from them
• Balancing motherhood and a career in various stages of parenthood and differing ages of her children
• What Tara's self-care practices look like, including spiritual solitude and regulating her nervous system
• Tara's involvement in writing part of the anthology 'Unity', published by The Kind Press.

You can find Tara through her website, over on Instagram at @tarawinters.co and Facebook. You can also order the book 'Unity' which Tara discusses in the podcast.

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This year marks the seventh year since our son Nicholas died, but I'm conscious that I haven't talked about grief much this year.  Here's a little rambly update on grief looks like for me at the seven year mark, including:

• what the milestones looked like this year - his birthday in March and anniversary in May 
• how it felt to move out of the house where Nicholas spent his whole life, and how the trampoline helped
• experiences that remind me grief is never far from the surface
• practical ways I channel grief and my biggest piece of advice for those experiencing grief

Also mentioned in this episode:

Episode 15 - What to Do with the Belongings of Those We've Loved and Lost

The Seven Skins of Esther Wilding, by Holly Ringland

Precious Wings

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Sharyn Holmes (they/she) is an award-winning coach, writer, speaker, artist and not-for-profit worker. Their work dives deep into social justice, spirituality and personal sovereignty. 

Sharyn is the author of the 2023 book, Becoming Gutsy and Formidable: One Life, Out Loud published by The Kind Press. Sharyn is also a multi-passionate artist and creative spirit who believes in living with full expression and joyfully creating with passion, play and purpose.

Over the past ten years, Sharyn’s creations have included Gutsy Girl Art and Jewellery, Gutsy Gatherings, Gutsy Leadership Circle, the programs Unpack Your Privilege®, Be An Inclusive Coach and Witchuition®.

In this conversation, Sharyn and I discuss:

• The journey of bring Sharyn's book into the world, from beginning the writing process, winning a scholarship and experiencing challenges, to becoming an author.
• How Sharyn was bestowed the title of artist and the importance of living with full expression, joyfully creating with passion, play and purpose across various mediums.
• Receiving a diagnosis of autism later in life,  and how that's led Sharyn to a better understanding of who they are and reframed experiences they've had.
• The power of a good soundtrack, and how music fits into self-care and creativity.

Find Sharyn's website over at SharynHolmes.com, on Instagram at @sharynaholmes and you can buy Sharyn's book at various places, including Amazon and Booktopia.

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In episode 102, we talked about some really practical strategies that help me feel organised and calm in the busy final months of the year. This time, I want to talk about these final 90 days from a slightly different angle and share five questions I ask myself to maintain momentum in this final stretch of the year. It's not about productivity at all costs, but a gentle approach to working out what's truly important and how I can support myself in this busy period.

Grab a notebook and a pen and have a listen to this short podcast to help you maximise your momentum in the final few months - before you're sitting back relaxing on NYE and contemplating the year that's passed. 

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Karen Marie Johnston is an award-winning social worker, coach and retreat facilitator for brilliant women who want to fall in love with themselves.

Karen has dedicated her life to supporting women in the sex industry, doing outreach in red light districts and empowering women to overcome self-harm and self-neglect. She is a role model and mentor specialising in self-compassion, trauma, addiction and mental health recovery, and also works as a consultant and supervisor for heart-centred teams and space holders doing life changing work with their clients.

In this conversation, Karen and I discuss:

• What led to Karen spending her 22nd birthday in rehab, her journey to recovery and how it's informed her work in the world as a social worker and coach
• Solo parenting two boys, receiving the wake up call that it was time to pivot in Karen's social work career and the transition to stepping up as the CEO of a coaching business
• What it means to 'recover out loud' and the work Karen does, shining a light on what's possible for other women struggling with addiction and trauma
• What Karen's learned about parenting teenage boys and how her own journey has impacted how she communicates with them
• The power of the retreats that Karen runs, how they've evolved and how we make the 'wellness industry' more accessible for the women who really need trauma-informed services
• The self-care of micro moments of connection to self, breathing, honouring and validating our feelings, and getting back into our bodies.

Find Karen's website over at KarenMarieJohnston.com, she's on Instagram at @karenmariejohnston_ and you can join the Self Love Hub on Facebook.  

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As we are now in the final four months of 2023, I can feel a slight rise of panic knowing that we're approaching the busiest time of the year!

In this short solo episode, I share three strategies I use to help feel calmer and stay organized during this busy time.

PS. I'd love you to join me for my Time Mastery Masterclass on Thursday 14 September at 10am to help you ditch overwhelm and procrastination and give you strategies so you can get more intentional with your time. Click here for details and to book in.

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Eisenhower Matrix

Blank Calendar Pages

Asana

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Amy Bett is an eternal optimist, founder of multiple businesses, host of the Lady Without Limits podcast and she seems to have energy to burn - which is lucky, because she is also a wife and Mum to three gorgeous girls.

As you’ll discover in this episode, Amy is a Profit First Professional, which means that she is a ninja at helping business owners transform their financial position and reclaim control of their lives. She has guided over 200 successful students in her Money Mastery online program, (including me!) to set up strong financial foundations, master their mindset and and scale their income online.

In this conversation, Amy and I discuss:

• how Amy missed out on her much-longed-for maternity leave to start a business and support their family after her husband suffered a brain injury 
• the challenges of a seasonal business and the shame Amy felt when she closed down her events business after three years
• the evolution from health coaching to helping owners with their cashflow, and what Amy loves about the Profit First method
• choosing between buying a house and investing in professional development, and the advice Amy would give to business owners starting out
• starting before you're ready and the steep learning curve in Amy's recent leap into a new industry
• what raising a teenager has taught Amy about juggling business and motherhood

You can find Amy's website at Amy Bett, and she's on Instagram at @mrsamybett. You can also listen to Amy on the Lady Without Limits podcast.

"Nobody succeeds beyond his or her wildest expectations unless he or she begins with some wild expectations." ~ Ralph Charell 

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Welcome to Episode #100! 🥳

It's been a while since my husband, Ben Love, was on the podcast, so I invited him back to celebrate our 100th episode of The Light Seekers' Lounge.

A lot has changed for us as a family (and the world!) since we last recorded an episode together (episode #4, back in May 2020). We have celebrated a number of milestones this year, but celebrating the exciting, shiny moments doesn't mean there isn't also hard stuff that happens alongside it - so we had a real, raw and honest conversation around how we hold that duality of life and the lessons we've learned over the past few years.

In this conversation, Ben and I discuss:

• What's changed for us since we last recorded an episode together, back in May 2020 - Episode #4
• How Ben holds both the celebrations and hard moments in life, and what he's learned from running ultramarathons
• The impact of mindfulness and cutting down on alcohol on Ben's experience of anxiety
• How we have navigated the transition from working together in the same business to running separate businesses, how that's affected our relationship, and what we have found helpful along the way
• The evolution of our business branding
• What it's like being married to a life coach and that rocky patch where I contemplated divorce

“If I love us, I have to want us to evolve more than I want us to stay comfortable.” - Chani app

Also mentioned in this episode:

The Untethered Soul, by Michael A Singer

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Renowned as one of Australia’s leading personal brand photographers, Fi is passionate about working with female thought-leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners to help elevate their brand and amplify their message in an authentic way, inspiring others to work with them.

I'm a big believer in the power of having beautiful brand photos created, especially as a business owner. I often encourage my clients to invest in branding photography and have personally had three branding shoots, so I really wanted to bring Fi on the podcast to talk about why it's important, especially for women to use visual branding to stand out online.

In this conversation, Fi and I discuss:

• Fi's business evolution from wedding photographer to branding photographer and educator
• Why Fi believes in the importance of branding photography and helping women to elevate their brand
• Tips for finding the right branding photographer to work with and suggestions to help prepare for your first shoot
• My personal experience of branding shoots and Fi talks about how often you should have a new photoshoot
• How Fi has juggled #mumlife with raising twins, who are now 14, and how she fits in self-care

Having experienced all the struggles associated with running a small business, these days Fi is obsessed with helping other women in business show up consistently and build a powerful brand, so they can share their gifts with the world, become more visible online and build a successful business they love – one that brings them the freedom they deserve and desire. She offers mentoring and coaching through Shine, her membership community for women in biz, and her signature course Powerful Branding Bootcamp. Fi also offers in-person workshops and events that offer education on branding, marketing and mindset.

When not working Fi’s favourite pastime is hanging out with her family. She is always dreaming up her next holiday adventure, is on a mission to get through the neverending pile of books next to her bed, believes music has the power to change any mood, and will never refuse a glass of champagne.

You can find Fi online at www.fimimsphotography.com.au, as well as on Instagram @fimims and Facebook and Linked In @fimimsphotography

Also mentioned in this episode:

Episode 7 of the Inspired Coach Podcast: The Best Advice I've Ever Been Given as a Coach

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